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Is Balding at a Young Age the End of Life?

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For a majority of men, baldness is the cruelest jokes that life can play on them. But when that does happen, you ought not to lose your self-confidence or esteem. Sadly, any balding man or woman tends to lose their self-esteem when they see those bald patches taking over their scalp. A series of denials sets in only to leave you wondering as to why did life give you such a huge shocker. Confronting your own hair loss is tough but it’s a fact that all balding men and women must accept sooner rather than later so they can evaluate...

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Is Micropigmentation A Tattoo?

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Oh no, hair loss is not a joke. The sight of hair fall has a direct impact on your confidence and self-esteem. SMP does come in as a hair restoration alternative but it is actually not a cure for baldness. It is like a hair tattoo that hides scalp flaws. So does that mean scalp micropigmentation is a tattoo? Well, let’s address this question below. Is SMP a Tattoo? The answer is straight. No, SMP is not a tattoo. Scalp micropigmentation is a specialized procedure, which is different from a tattoo, with its own set of procedures, processes, and tools....

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How much does SMP Hurt

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If you are wondering whether scalp micropigmentation hurts, then rest assured that the pain is not as intense as any other hair restoration procedure. SMP is not as invasive as a surgery so the client may or may not experience pain, depending on their own pain level. Pain from SMP is primarily based on a few factors, including: Experience and skills of the scalp artist Equipment used, that is, size and type of needles Quality of products, that is, organic pigments or chemicals Exact problem of the client Pain level of the client Does SMP Hurt Scalp micropigmentation does not...

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Can I use tattoo ink for scalp micropigmentation?

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Now that you wish to start a career in scalp micropigmentation, you must understand the procedure in detail. SMP involves the use of microneedles and a special SMP pen to create accurate and precise follicle points that look like real follicles. SMP pens are especially intended to be lightweight and effective in implanting the ink using micro-needles just below the epidermis since the treatment is minimally invasive. The scalp artist makes sure that the needle does not go deep into the dermis layer. On the other hand, tattoo needles are bigger and create bigger dots than SMP points and thus...

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Hygiene and SMP

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Does hygiene matter as far as scalp micropigmentation is concerned? Hygiene is extremely important for SMP. If you have just started a career in scalp micropigmentation, make sure you practice proper hygiene at all times so the client is safe. This is crucial to ensure the maximum level of safety for SMP artists as well as clients. Hygiene and safety go hand in hand. The Needles No doubt, the SMP needles are the most important part of the micropigmentation project. Gone are the days when needles would be boiled in hot water and sharpened before reuse. Yes, that’s how they...

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